However, one of the obstacles in Thot Gor's path was Starbase 45-Keepsake. His goal was to strike at Earth and devastate the the Federation capital. The Breen force consisted of numerous starships, including one Chel Grett-class cruiser specially modified for electronic counter measure (ECM) warfare, all under the command of Thot Gor from the Megal Taan. In late 2375, the Breen Confederacy launched a surprise attack into the heart of the United Federation of Planets.